Asparagus Chicken Almonds Recipe

A quick and easy 24-minute recipe for delicious Asparagus Chicken with Toasted Almonds! Tender chicken breast is stir-fried with crisp asparagus, crunchy almonds, and a vibrant savory-sweet sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 24 mins
Calories 337.7 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Asparagus Chicken Almonds

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Asparagus Chicken Almonds

  • Boneless Chicken Breast
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or your preferred cooking oil)
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • Blanched Almond
  • Stir Fry Vegetables
  • Chicken Stock
  • Sherry Wine
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Canned Asparagus

How to Make Asparagus Chicken Almonds

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a heavy nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, until golden brown.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 1/2 cup slivered almonds, and 1 cup sliced asparagus. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup chicken stock, 1 tablespoon dry sherry, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly (about 1 minute).
  6. Gently fold in the remaining 1 cup of asparagus. Cook for another minute until heated through. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

20g

Carbs

2g